Lobster 101

How the American lobster is dealing with a changing environment

American lobster (Homarus americanus) is a bottom-dwelling crustacean widely distributed over the continental shelf of North America. In the inshore waters of the US, it is most abundant from Maine through New Jersey, with abundance declining from north to south.

Learn more about the Greater Atlantic Region – American Lobster.

Learn more about the MA Division of Marine Fisheries Commercial lobster & crab regulations

Learn more about the Massachusetts Lobstermen’s Association.

Learn more about the Lobster Foundation of Massachusetts.

Learn more about the Lobster Institute.

Learn more about the MA Division of Marine Fisheries Recreational lobster & crab regulations

1. Introduction to the Basics of Recreational Lobster Harvest
2. Preventing lobster gear from becoming marine debris
3. Getting your recreational lobster permit
4. Getting your recreational lobster gear
5. Getting ready to lobster
6. Getting your lobster pots in the water
7. Checking your pots
8. Knowing your regulations

The official MA Marine Fisheries YouTube Channel.

Learn more about Lobster Definitions.